Provides a platform for students to share their perspectives that affect the profession

What is ACOTE?

(Accreditation Council for OT Education) Develop and implement the standards for all OT programs (curriculum, credentials of faculty/staff, content of courses, physical facilities and resources, administrative policies)

How many ACOTE accredited programs are there?

317 OT/OTA

What is the NBCOT?

National Board for Certification of OTs

Develops is non-profit organization that administers the initial certification exam

What is TBOTE?

Texas Board of OT Examiners - Responsible for licensing OTs in Texas.

TBOTE requires what exam to gain licensure?

Jurisprudence exam - covers OT practice act and OT board rules

How often must an OT renew their TBOTE license?

Every 2 years

What are the four Standards of Practice?

I. Professional Standing & Responsibility

II. Screening, Evaluation & Re-evaluation

III. Intervention

IV. Outcomes

What is AOTPAC?

American Occupational Therapy Political Action Committee - group of members of AOTA that volunteer their time and support to influence the nomination and election of officials to federal public office that will further the legislative goals of the AOTA.

What is the Domain of OT?

The everyday life activities (occupations) that people find meaningful & purposeful.